Pep Guardiola says goodbye to Manchester City – the next goal is already set

Pep Guardiola (50) has indicated his departure from Manchester City. The Spaniard does not intend to extend his contract, which will expire in 2023.

“After seven years I have to take a break,” said Guardiola at a livestream event for the Brazilian investment company XP Investimentos. Guardiola began his tenure at ManCity in July 2016. With the Skyblues, the Spaniard won three championship titles, among other things.

After his time at Manchester City, Guardiola wanted to take a sabbatical, just like after his era at FC Barcelona. He wants to “pause” and “learn from other coaches”.

Guardiola apparently already has a plan for his next station. “The next step will be a national team if there is a possibility. I would like to coach a team at a European Championship, a Copa America or a World Cup,” said the two-time world coach of the year.

Guardiola raves about the Brazilian national team

Guardiola could imagine an engagement with the Brazilian national team. However, it is not easy for a foreign coach to be able to train “such an important national team as Brazil”.

When asked about Selecao, who is currently under the guidance of coach Tite, Guardiola raved: “This is a fantastic team. I worked with some players, others were opponents. It’s a fantastic team. Brazil has always been, always is and will always be a World Cup winner. Be a favorite. “